The
following camera rubric identifies characteristics that we consider to
be the most significant not just to us, but to professionals. Read
carefully. Points are awarded based on which category your work falls
under, Unsatisfactory, Proficient and Exemplary. If you find yourself falling short of expectations, then
make an opportunity to see us for help.

Letter Grade Breakdown:

A- to A

B- to B+

C- to C+

F to D+

9-10 Exemplary

8-8.9 Proficient

7-7.9 Partially Proficient

1-6.9 Unsatisfactory

Criteria

B-roll

Unsatisfactory (1-6.9)

* Sometimes in focus

* Sometimes steady

* Excessive camera movement
(panning, zooming) with little purpose

* Lacks sequences

* Too many wide shots resulting
in jump cuts

* Lacks depth or creative
angles

* Many shots are either
underexposed or overexposed

* Many shots need proper white
balance

Proficient Range (7 to 8.9)

* Usually in focus

* Usually steady

* Pans and zooms are limited
and show purpose

* Composition mostly follows
Rule of Thirds

* More variety of shots and use
of sequences

* Depth to shots and some
creativity

* Most shots have sufficient
lighting

* Most shots are properly white
balanced

Exemplary (9-10)

* Always in focus (unless
purposefully not)

* Always steady (unless
purposefully not)

* Camera moves show purpose and
provide impact

* Variety of angles used to
develop dynamic sequence

* Varied composition based on
Rule of Thirds to convey depth and creativity

* All shots have sufficient
lighting and proper exposure

* All shots properly white
balanced and the colours are vivid

* Additional lighting is used
to eliminate shadows and glares or to create mood and atmosphere.